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Winter Storm Watch 4, NWS Anchorage, AK

March 10, 2021

NWS Anchorage, AK issued this winter storm watch at Mar 10, 2021, 3:45 PM AKST. It took effect at Mar 11, 2021, 6:00 PM AKST. It was in force for .

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Mar 10, 2021, 3:45 PM AKST (00:45 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 11, 2021, 6:00 PM AKST
Expired
Mar 11, 2021, 4:29 PM AKST
In force
Issued by
NWS Anchorage, AK

The text

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876 
WWAK41 PAFC 110045
WSWAER

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
345 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

AKZ101-111500-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T2100Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
345 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST
THURSDAY FOR THE ANCHORAGE HILLSIDE...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 9 
  inches expected.

* WHERE...Anchorage Hillside.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday 
  morning commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...2 to 5 inches of snow are expected for the
  Anchorage Bowl, highest in east Anchorage. Gusty northwesterly 
  winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph could cause localized
  areas of blowing snow. Temperatures will rapidly fall into the 
  single digits along with the gusty winds by Thursday morning, 
  with wind chills to 10 below expected.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ111-111500-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.210311T0300Z-210311T1800Z/
Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon
345 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO 9 AM AKST THURSDAY EAST OF WASILLA...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 
  inches, with locally higher amounts. Winds gusting as high as 30
  mph.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley, east of Wasilla. The highest totals 
  are expected along the Glenn Highway north of Palmer.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 9 AM AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday 
  morning commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to develop across the
  Matanuska Valley this afternoon. 2 to 5 inches of snow is
  expected along and south of the Parks Highway with higher
  amounts expected along the Glenn Highway, especially north of
  Palmer. Gusty westerly winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 
  mph could cause localized areas of blowing snow.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ145-110300-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T0300Z/
Susitna Valley-
Including the cities of Talkeetna, Willow, and Cantwell
345 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS
EVENING FROM TALKEETNA NORTH AND WEST...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Additional accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches expected.

* WHERE...Susitna Valley from Talkeetna north and west. The 
  highest totals will be in the western Susitna Valley, and 
  along the Parks Highway north of Talkeetna.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds may
  produce areas of blowing snow that will locally reduce
  visibilities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ131-111500-
/O.NEW.PAFC.WS.A.0004.210312T0300Z-210312T2100Z/
Northeast Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass
345 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING FOR THOMPSON PASS...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations 
  of up to one inch possible. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch for blizzard conditions means there is a
potential for falling and/or blowing snow with strong winds and
extremely poor visibilities. This can lead to whiteout conditions
and make travel very hazardous. 

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/afc
10 follow-up statements
480 
WWAK41 PAFC 110134 CCA
WSWAER

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE...CORRECTED
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
434 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

AKZ101-111500-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T2100Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
434 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST
THURSDAY FOR THE ANCHORAGE HILLSIDE...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 9 
  inches expected.

* WHERE...Anchorage Hillside.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday 
  morning commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...2 to 5 inches of snow are expected for the
  Anchorage Bowl, highest in east Anchorage. Gusty northwesterly 
  winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph could cause localized
  areas of blowing snow. Temperatures will rapidly fall into the 
  single digits along with the gusty winds by Thursday morning, 
  with wind chills to 10 below expected.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ111-111500-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.210311T0300Z-210311T1800Z/
Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon
434 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO 9 AM AKST THURSDAY EAST OF WASILLA...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 
  inches, with locally higher amounts. Winds gusting as high as 30
  mph.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley, east of Wasilla. The highest totals 
  are expected along the Glenn Highway north of Palmer.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 9 AM AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday 
  morning commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to develop across the
  Matanuska Valley this afternoon. 2 to 5 inches of snow is
  expected along and south of the Parks Highway with higher
  amounts expected along the Glenn Highway, especially north of
  Palmer. Gusty westerly winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 
  mph could cause localized areas of blowing snow.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ145-110300-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T0300Z/
Susitna Valley-
Including the cities of Talkeetna, Willow, and Cantwell
434 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AKST THIS
EVENING FROM TALKEETNA NORTH AND WEST...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Additional accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches expected.

* WHERE...Susitna Valley from Talkeetna north and west. The 
  highest totals will be in the western Susitna Valley, and 
  along the Parks Highway north of Talkeetna.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds may
  produce areas of blowing snow that will locally reduce
  visibilities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ131-111500-
/O.COR.PAFC.WS.A.0004.210312T0300Z-210312T2100Z/
Northeast Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass
434 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING FOR THOMPSON PASS...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Winds could gust as high 
  as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch for blizzard conditions means there is a
potential for falling and/or blowing snow with strong winds and
extremely poor visibilities. This can lead to whiteout conditions
and make travel very hazardous. 

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/afc
364 
WWAK41 PAFC 110313
WSWAER

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
613 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

AKZ145-110415-
/O.EXP.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T0300Z/
Susitna Valley-
Including the cities of Talkeetna, Willow, and Cantwell
613 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED FROM TALKEETNA NORTH AND 
WEST...

Snowfall rates are diminishing, but an additional inch or two are
possible through the evening, mainly south of Talkeetna.

$$

AKZ101-111615-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T2100Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
613 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 9
  inches expected.

* WHERE...Anchorage.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An additional 2 to 4 inches of snow are 
  expected for the Anchorage Bowl, highest in east Anchorage. 
  Gusty northwesterly winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph 
  could cause localized areas of blowing snow. Temperatures will 
  rapidly fall into the single digits along with the gusty winds 
  by Thursday morning, with wind chills to 10 below expected.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ111-111615-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T1800Z/
Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon
613 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM AKST
THURSDAY EAST OF WASILLA...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 8 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to develop across the
  Matanuska Valley this afternoon. 2 to 5 inches of snow are
  expected along and south of the Parks Highway with higher 
  amounts expected along the Glenn Highway, especially north of 
  Palmer. Gusty westerly winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 
  mph could cause localized areas of blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ131-111615-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.A.0004.210312T0300Z-210312T2100Z/
Northeast Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass
613 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING
THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING FOR THOMPSON PASS...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Winds could gust as high 
  as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch for blizzard conditions means there is a
potential for falling and/or blowing snow with strong winds and
extremely poor visibilities. This can lead to whiteout conditions
and make travel very hazardous. 

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/afc
224 
WWAK41 PAFC 110318 CCB
WSWAER

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE...CORRECTED
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
618 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

AKZ145-110415-
/O.EXP.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T0300Z/
Susitna Valley-
Including the cities of Talkeetna, Willow, and Cantwell
618 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED FROM TALKEETNA NORTH AND 
WEST...

Snowfall rates are diminishing, but an additional inch or two are
possible through the evening, mainly south of Talkeetna.

$$

AKZ101-111615-
/O.COR.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T2100Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
618 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST
THURSDAY FOR THE ANCHORAGE HILLSIDE...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 9
  inches expected.

* WHERE...Anchorage Hillside.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An additional 2 to 4 inches of snow are 
  expected for the Anchorage Bowl, highest in east Anchorage. 
  Gusty northwesterly winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph 
  could cause localized areas of blowing snow. Temperatures will 
  rapidly fall into the single digits along with the gusty winds 
  by Thursday morning, with wind chills to 10 below expected.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ111-111615-
/O.COR.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T1800Z/
Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon
618 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM AKST
THURSDAY EAST OF WASILLA...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 8 
  inches possible. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley, east of Wasilla. The highest totals 
  are expected along the Glenn Highway north of Palmer.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to develop across the
  Matanuska Valley this afternoon. 2 to 5 inches of snow are
  expected along and south of the Parks Highway with higher 
  amounts expected along the Glenn Highway, especially north of 
  Palmer. Gusty westerly winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 
  mph could cause localized areas of blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ131-111615-
/O.COR.PAFC.WS.A.0004.210312T0300Z-210312T2100Z/
Northeast Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass
618 PM AKST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING
THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING FOR THOMPSON PASS...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Winds could gust as high 
  as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch for blizzard conditions means there is a
potential for falling and/or blowing snow with strong winds and
extremely poor visibilities. This can lead to whiteout conditions
and make travel very hazardous. 

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/afc
988 
WWAK41 PAFC 111305
WSWAER

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
405 AM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

AKZ111-112100-
/O.EXT.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T2100Z/
Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon
405 AM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 4
  inches, with the highest amounts expected near Palmer.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Occasional wind gusts up to 25 mph could 
  cause localized areas of blowing snow through mid morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ101-112100-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T2100Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
405 AM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST
TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 5
  inches, with the highest amounts expected over the Anchorage 
  Hillside.

* WHERE...East Anchorage to Eagle River, including the Anchorage
  Hillside.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Occasional wind gusts to 25 mph could 
  cause localized areas of blowing snow through mid morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ131-120200-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.A.0004.210312T0300Z-210312T2100Z/
Northeast Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass
405 AM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING FOR THOMPSON PASS...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations 
  of up to one inch possible. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch for blizzard conditions means there is a
potential for falling and/or blowing snow with strong winds and
extremely poor visibilities. This can lead to whiteout conditions
and make travel very hazardous.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/afc
078 
WWAK41 PAFC 111817 CCA
WSWAER

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE...CORRECTED
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
917 AM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

AKZ111-112100-
/O.EXT.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T2100Z/
Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon
917 AM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 4
  inches, with the highest amounts expected near Palmer.

* WHERE...Matanuska Valley.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Occasional wind gusts up to 25 mph could 
  cause localized areas of blowing snow through mid morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ101-112100-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T2100Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
917 AM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST
TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 5
  inches, with the highest amounts expected over the Anchorage 
  Hillside.

* WHERE...East Anchorage to Eagle River, including the Anchorage
  Hillside.

* WHEN...Until noon AKST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Occasional wind gusts to 25 mph could 
  cause localized areas of blowing snow through mid morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ131-120200-
/O.COR.PAFC.WS.A.0004.210312T0300Z-210312T2100Z/
Northeast Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass
917 AM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING FOR THOMPSON PASS...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations 
  of up to one inch possible. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch for blizzard conditions means there is a
potential for falling and/or blowing snow with strong winds and
extremely poor visibilities. This can lead to whiteout conditions
and make travel very hazardous.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/afc
441 
WWAK41 PAFC 112041
WSWAER

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
1141 AM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

AKZ101-112145-
/O.EXP.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T2100Z/
Anchorage-
Including the cities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Indian, 
and Eklutna
1141 AM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT NOON AKST TODAY...

There are light snow showers on the radar but the main event is
over for Anchorage and Eagle River.

$$

AKZ111-112145-
/O.EXP.PAFC.WW.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-210311T2100Z/
Matanuska Valley-
Including the cities of Palmer, Wasilla, Sutton, and Chickaloon
1141 AM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT NOON AKST TODAY...

There are light snow showers on the radar over Palmer and Wasilla 
but the main event is over for the Matanuska Valley.

$$

AKZ131-112345-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.A.0004.210312T0300Z-210312T2100Z/
Northeast Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass
1141 AM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM AKST THIS
EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING FOR THOMPSON PASS...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations 
  of up to one inch possible. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch for blizzard conditions means there is a
potential for falling and/or blowing snow with strong winds and
extremely poor visibilities. This can lead to whiteout conditions
and make travel very hazardous. 

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/afc
494 
WWAK41 PAFC 112216
WSWAER

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
116 PM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

AKZ125-120800-
/O.NEW.PAFC.WW.Y.0027.210312T0000Z-210312T0800Z/
Western Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, 
and Moose Pass
116 PM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM AKST THIS
EVENING FOR EASTERN TURNAGAIN ARM AND WHITTIER...

* WHAT...Blowing snow. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Turnagain Arm and Whittier.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty winds will create blowing snow
  conditions. Visibility may be reduced to one half mile or less
  at times. Additionally, wind chill values as low as 20 below 
  zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ131-121130-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.A.0004.210312T0300Z-210312T2100Z/
Northeast Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass
116 PM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM AKST THIS
EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING FOR
THOMPSON PASS...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Winds could gust as high 
  as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch for blizzard conditions means there is a
potential for falling and/or blowing snow with strong winds and
extremely poor visibilities. This can lead to whiteout conditions
and make travel very hazardous.

&&

$$

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600 
WWAK41 PAFC 112300
WSWAER

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
200 PM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

AKZ125-120800-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0027.210312T0000Z-210312T0800Z/
Western Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, 
and Moose Pass
200 PM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM AKST
THIS EVENING EASTERN TURNAGAIN ARM AND WHITTIER...

* WHAT...Blowing snow. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Turnagain Arm and Whittier.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty winds will create blowing snow 
  conditions. Visibility may be reduced to one half mile or less 
  at times. Additionally, wind chill values as low as 20 below 
  zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ131-120800-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.A.0004.210312T0300Z-210312T2100Z/
Northeast Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass
200 PM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM AKST THIS
EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING FOR THOMPSON PASS...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Winds could gust as high 
  as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch for blizzard conditions means there is a
potential for falling and/or blowing snow with strong winds and
extremely poor visibilities. This can lead to whiteout conditions
and make travel very hazardous. 

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/afc
300 
WWAK41 PAFC 112304
WSWAER

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
204 PM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

AKZ125-120800-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0027.210312T0000Z-210312T0800Z/
Western Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, 
and Moose Pass
204 PM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM AKST
THIS EVENING FOR EASTERN TURNAGAIN ARM AND WHITTIER...

* WHAT...Blowing snow. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Turnagain Arm and Whittier.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty winds will create blowing snow 
  conditions. Visibility may be reduced to one half mile or less 
  at times. Additionally, wind chill values as low as 20 below 
  zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ131-120800-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.A.0004.210312T0300Z-210312T2100Z/
Northeast Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass
204 PM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM AKST THIS
EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING FOR THOMPSON PASS...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Winds could gust as high 
  as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...From this evening through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch for blizzard conditions means there is a
potential for falling and/or blowing snow with strong winds and
extremely poor visibilities. This can lead to whiteout conditions
and make travel very hazardous. 

&&

$$

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843 
WWAK41 PAFC 120129
WSWAER

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
429 PM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

AKZ131-121430-
/O.UPG.PAFC.WS.A.0004.210312T0300Z-210312T2100Z/
/O.EXB.PAFC.WW.Y.0027.210312T0600Z-210313T0300Z/
Northeast Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Valdez and Thompson Pass
429 PM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 PM AKST FRIDAY FOR THOMPSON PASS...

* WHAT...Blowing snow expected. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph.

* WHERE...Thompson Pass.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 6 PM AKST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The falling snow will taper off this
  evening, but the northeast winds will increase significantly
  overnight through the day on Friday. The strong winds will cause
  the snow to be resuspended, dropping visibilities to one half
  mile through Thompson Pass. Localized areas could see brief
  whiteout conditions where the winds are strongest.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. 

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

AKZ125-120800-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-210312T0800Z/
Western Prince William Sound-
Including the cities of Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, 
and Moose Pass
429 PM AKST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM AKST
THIS EVENING FOR EASTERN TURNAGAIN ARM AND WHITTIER...

* WHAT...Blowing snow occurring. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Turnagain Arm and Whittier.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty winds will create blowing snow
  conditions. Visibilities are occasionally dropping to near zero.
  Additionally, wind chill values as low as 20 below zero could
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit
511.alaska.gov.

&&

$$

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The office that day

Everything else NWS Anchorage, AK issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 10, 3:03 PM AKSTGale WarningAFC3 days
Mar 10, 3:03 PM AKSTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC24 hr
Mar 10, 3:03 PM AKSTStorm WarningAFC37 hr
Mar 10, 3:21 PM AKSTGale WarningAFC3 days
Mar 10, 3:21 PM AKSTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC12 hr
Mar 10, 3:21 PM AKSTHeavy Freezing Spray WarningAFC12 hr
Mar 11, 3:47 AM AKSTGale WarningAFC48 hr
Mar 11, 3:47 AM AKSTSmall Craft AdvisoryAFC35 hr
Mar 11, 3:52 AM AKSTGale WarningAFC60 hr
Mar 11, 3:52 AM AKSTStorm WarningAFC35 hr
Mar 11, 3:58 AM AKSTGale WarningAFC60 hr
Mar 11, 3:58 AM AKSTStorm WarningAFC24 hr
Mar 11, 1:16 PM AKSTWinter Weather AdvisoryAFC26 hr

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